1996 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 437 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 297 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |